English Learners Boost presents a special episode dedicated to Chinese New Year: 'New Beginnings.' Join us as we delve into the rich traditions and symbolism of this festive celebration, tailored specifically for Chinese learners of English. Discover practical examples, expand your vocabulary, and immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of the Lunar New Year. Tune in to enhance your language skills and embrace the spirit of new beginnings with English Learners Boost!

English Learner's Boost

Chinese New Year

Medical Spanish 🏥

Misinterpretation can be dangerous! Better practice and learn Medical Spanish!

Cápsula informativa sobre los músculos, y algunas lesiones comunes.

Spanish for healthcare professionals 🏥


Medical Spanish

Muscle Injuries🎧🏥

Do you think governments spend enough on protecting wild animals, or is there more that we can do?

Nick discusses both sides of this topic to hekp you with ideas for the IELTS test. 

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

Should more money be spent on protecting wild animals?

🎉 Dear children, welcome to our podcast for young French language learners! 🇫🇷🎧
📖 Follow our short stories about little cat Léo 🐱 and learn new words in French!

📢 In today's episode, we learn the new word: "copain" 🤗👫
Let's discover it together! 👇
🐱 Léo, le chat, et Baguette, le chien 🐶 vivent dans la même maison.
❌ Mais ils ne sont pas copains.
🌧️ Un jour, il pleut. BOUM ! ⛈️ Le tonnerre gronde !
😿 Léo a peur. Il se cache.

🐶 Baguette s’approche et dit :
💬 — Viens avec moi !
🤔 Léo hésite… puis il se couche contre Baguette.
💛 Depuis ce jour, ils sont copains.

IN ENGLISH:

🐱 Léo the cat and Baguette the dog live in the same house.
❌ But they are not friends.
🌧️ One day, it rains. BOOM! ⛈️ Thunder rumbles!
😿 Léo is scared. He hides.
🐶 Baguette the dog comes closer and says:
💬 — Come with me!
🤔 Léo hesitates… then he lies down next to Baguette.
💛 Since that day, they are friends.


🧠 The word of the day is: "le copain" 👫
❓ Did you understand what "COPAIN" means?
✅ Correct! "Copain" means "friend" in French.



Le Monde Magique des Mots

Le chat Léo a un copain

Esta expresión existe en inglés y, probablemente en otras lenguas, así que quizás al escucharla encuentres el equivalente en tu lengua ;)

Expresiones en español

En casa del herrero cuchara/cucharón de palo


A well-crafted PMS acts as a guiding principle, outlining an individual's core values, aspirations, and desired impact. It transcends the immediate concerns of a specific job and offers a long-term perspective on career fulfillment. Upskilling becomes most impactful when targeted towards capabilities that directly contribute to the goals and values outlined in the PMS.

Consider an individual with a personal mission statement emphasizing innovation and environmental responsibility. Upskilling in areas like sustainable design thinking or green technology directly aligns with their core values and aspirations. This targeted approach fosters deeper engagement with the learning process, leading to a more effective acquisition of new skills.

Furthermore, a personal mission statement can inform the selection of upskilling opportunities beyond technical skills. Communication, leadership, and emotional intelligence development, for example, can empower individuals to advocate for their ideas, navigate complex organizational dynamics, and build strong collaborative relationships – all crucial aspects of achieving their desired impact.

The synergy between upskilling and a personal mission statement is a two-way street. As individuals acquire new skills and knowledge, their personal mission statement may evolve to reflect their expanding capabilities and redefine their aspirations. This continuous cycle of learning and reflection fosters a sense of purpose and propels individuals towards achieving their full potential.

Organizations can leverage this connection by encouraging employees to articulate their personal mission statements and then curate upskilling opportunities that align with those statements. This not only fosters a more engaged and motivated workforce, but also ensures the skills acquired contribute directly to achieving the organization's strategic goals.



The Global Professional Podcast

Upskilling and Personal Mission Statements Episode 89 

In questo episodio, parleremo degli italiani e della loro proverbiale superstizione. E tu ci credi?  

Italiano Chiaro - Cultura e Tradizioni 

Gli Italiani e le superstizioni

La motivación, la determinación y el entusiasmo son emociones que ayudan y mucho al aprendizaje de idiomas. ¿Cuál es la tuya? Escucha este audio y a lo mejor te ayuda a encontrarla o encontrarlas...

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

¿Cuál es tu motivación?

Discover effective strategies to boost your English text comprehension skills in this insightful podcast episode. Learn practical techniques for identifying key details, understanding the author's intent, and analyzing complex texts. Enhance your reading abilities and unlock new levels of understanding with expert guidance. Tune in now for indispensable tips on mastering English text comprehension.